During the Wednesday General Audience in St. Peter's Square on 2nd December, the Holy Father spoke about his Apostolic Journey to Africa which included visits to Kenya, Uganda and the Central African Republic. The Pope wished to bring a message of hope to Africa, captured in the motto of the visit “Be strong in the faith, be not afraid.” Here is the full text from the Wednesday audience.

On board his return flight to Rome, the Pope met with journalists and responded to questions regarding his first trip to Africa. The Pope hinted that his next trip could be to Mexico and commenting on his experiences, the Holy Father said: “Africa was a surprise for me. I thought: God surprises us, but Africa also surprises us!” Here is the full text of his meeting with journalists.

His Holiness Pope Francis finished his Apostolic Journey to Africa by visiting the Central African Republic. The Pope spent two days in the country before leaving for Rome on Monday, 30th November at 12:30 pm. During his visit, he met with Authorities, evangelic communities and young people. The Pope also met with members of the Muslim community. He celebrated Holy Mass at the Cathedral of Bangui and the Barthélémy Boganda Stadium on the final day of his six day trip to Africa.

The Holy Father was in Uganda from the evening of Friday, 27th of November to the morning of Sunday, 29th of November. He celebrated Holy Mass at the Catholic Shrine of the Martyrs of Namugongo and had meetings with the Ugandan Authorities, Clergy, seminarians, and religious as well as with the youth. Here are the highlights of his visit.